1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner weights approximately 545 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (270 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Comet | Space Liner |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
